Negative space tattoo is a popular technique which uses black ink by contrasting it with the empty space on the skin. This style is getting more and more popular between those who seek originality and want to escape the mainstream styles. If you’re looking for some unique ideas, check out our impressive gallery of negative space tattoos. This style is indeed worth your attention.
Butterfly negative space tattoo on the armNegative space tattoos on both sleeves by tattooist NissacoNegative space sun tattooAnother full-sleeve negative space floral tattooDot work negative space flower tattoo on the arm
What is a negative space tattoo?
This technique isn’t new at all as someone might think. It just got famous because of the social networks over the last few years. But the tattooists were using it for a long time. It consists of tattooing areas of the skin in black color and leaving the space on the skin empty to create the whole image. And it looks fantastic.
Negative space dot-work mandala tattooAnother dot-work nordic symbol and forest negative space tattoo on the armNegative space snowflake tattoo on the neckAnchor in the sea negative space tattooNegative space cross tattoo in a floral background
However, the negative space tattoo requires much more ink and time than a regular design. To achieve the solid and intense black color, the artist needs to use the needle several times in the same area. This technique requires a lot of time and patience from both the client and the tattooist. Also, if it is going to be your first ink, we don’t recommend getting a negative space tattoo, unless you have a high tolerance for pain. But if you have had tattoos before, this style is a perfect choice to express yourself in a new way.
Alien abduction scenery negative space tattoo on the right armNegative space om symbol tattoo on the left handAnother full sleeve ornamental black negative space tattooBlack negative space sacred geometry tattoo on the handNegative space circle in a black triangle tattoo on the backNegative space nature landscape tattoo on the armDotwork negative space clouds tattooDouble negative space key armbands tattooFull sleeve negative space rose tattoo
Ideas of negative space tattoos
This style is suitable both for ladies and gents. Also, because it uses mostly black ink, negative space tattoos are surprisingly affordable. So, if you are looking for a cheaper option – this one is for you. We leave you with the best examples of this beautiful style.
A black rhombus with negative space roses tattoo on the backAnother snowflake negative space tattoo on the handSacred geometry negative space circular tattooNumbers and letters negative space tattoo on the left armA black rhombus with a negative space endless knot tattooBlack negative space shark tattoo on the arm by Isaiah NegreteSacred geometry and negative space armband tattoosBlackout arm and negative space fern leaf tattooBlack negative space mandala tattoo on the left forearmSacred-geometry negative space armband tattooBlack negative space armband tattooCeltic style negative space chest and arms tattooCircuit board negative space full sleeve tattooBlack negative space cosmic tattooRectangle roses negative space tattoo on the armBlackout negative space flower tattoo on the left armCircular white space geometric mountains and stars tattooBlack dot-work negative space forest tattooCrescent moon negative space tattoo on the handTiny negative space star tattooWhite space tree of life tattoo on the right armFlowers with five negative space stripes tattoo on the armMinimalist style negative space wave tattooBlackout full sleeve negative space tattooNegative space flower tattoo on the left armDotwork forearm negative white space tattooTypography negative space symbol & tattooDotwork negative space trinity know tattoo on the chestCross and flowers negative space tattoo on the left armFully inked arm negative space rose tattooBlack tattoo of a negative space bear in the woods
